1976 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Cadillac Escalade

To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 794 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 2003 Cadillac Escalade
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Estate Escalade
Year Released 1976 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 2678 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3310 mm


 

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